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Defrosting
The auto Defrost feature’s preset programs can be used or the
microwave oven can be manually set to defrost.
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Food should be 0°F (-18°C) or colder at defrosting for optimal
results. How foods are stored can affect results.
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Unwrap foods and remove lids (from fruit juice) before
defrosting.
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Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than deep blocks.
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Separate food pieces as soon as possible during or at the
end-of-cycle for more even defrosting.
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Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such
as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tails. See “Aluminum Foil
and Metal” first.
The auto Defrost system has preset times and cook powers for
three categories: Meat, Poultry and Fish. It should not be used for
food left outside the freezer for more than 20 minutes, or for
frozen ready-made food.
To defrost manually, use 30% cook power. Refer to a reliable
cookbook for defrosting information.
To Use Auto Defrost:
1.
Touch DEFROST.
“MEAT TOUCH 1, POULTRY TOUCH 2, FISH TOUCH 3”
scrolls across display.
2.
Touch the number pad 1 for Meat, 2 for Poultry or 3 for Fish.
“ENTER WEIGHT” scrolls across display.
3.
Touch the number pads to enter the weight.
Weight can be set from 0.1 LB to 6.0 LBS.
4.
Touch START/ENTER.
The display will count down the defrost time.
During defrosting, 5 short tones will sound. These tones
indicate it is time to check, turn, rearrange, or separate food.
Open door, turn food if necessary, close door, and touch
START/ENTER to resume defrosting.
When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, 4 end-
of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder tones will sound
every minute.
5.
Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
MICROWAVE OVEN
CARE
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT:
Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning
products.
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless
otherwise noted.
GREASE FILTERS
Do not operate the microwave oven without the grease filters in
place.
Soak grease filters in hot water and mild detergent. Scrub and
swish to remove embedded dirt. Rinse well and shake dry.
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Do not use ammonia or oven cleaner.
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Do not place in dishwasher.
OVEN CAVITY
Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-
wool pads, gritty wash cloths or some paper towels. Damage
may occur.
The area where the oven door and frame touch when closed
should be kept clean.
Average soil
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Mild, non-abrasive soaps and detergents:
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
Heavy soil
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Mild, non-abrasive soaps and detergents:
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water for 2 to 5 minutes in oven.
Steam will soften soil. Rinse with clean water and dry with
soft, lint-free cloth.
Odors
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Lemon juice or vinegar:
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water with 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of
either lemon juice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in oven.
OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR
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Glass cleaner and paper towels or non-abrasive plastic
scrubbing pad:
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on
panel.
TURNTABLE
Do not operate the microwave without the turntable in place.
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Mild cleanser and scouring pad
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Dishwasher
